(A) Parks/open space percentages. The minimum open space percentage requirements are as indicated in Table 153.0396(A) below. They are calculated by dividing the total open space within a “PD” (Planned Development) District by the gross site area. The land-use category shall be determined by the base zoning district. For “PD” Districts that include both residential and non-residential uses, the required open space shall be calculated by multiplying the open space percentage by the area of each use and adding the products thus obtained.
Land-Use Category | Required Parks/Open Space |
Residential | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
Non-residential | 200 square feet per 1,000 square feet of floor area, and 250 square feet per 1,000 square feet of parking and loading area |
(B) Reduction in parks/open space. At its discretion, the Planning Commission may approve a decrease in the amount of required parks/open space when the master site plan includes unique design features or amenities that achieve an especially attractive and desirable development such as, but not limited to, terraces, sculptures, water features, preservation and enhancement of unusual natural features or landscape sculpture (i.e., areas that are intensely landscaped).
(Ord. 3020, passed 9-10-2013, § 3.24.6)